It’s official, Australian Kate McDonald is the new Commonwealth champion on the uneven bars.
The 25-year-old was sensational in this afternoon’s final, and scored an impressive 14.333 to send her to the top of the leaderboard with a routine that was technically difficult and executed perfectly.
It was a nervous wait for McDonald, though, with three more competitors to come after her — including countrywoman Ruby Pass.
But there was no beating McDonald, whose score was the highest of the weekend. Canada’s Ellie Black won silver with 13.900 while Emily Roper of Wales won bronze with a 13.66.
Unfortunately, Pass fell from the bars mid-routine, and finished in eighth with a score of 11.666.
Tears from McDonald’s coach in the stands as well. An emotional victory.
